THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1956
- Body style
- Spiaggina
- Engine
- 4 cilindri in linea — donor/base Fiat 600 Multipla
- Type
- Limited
- Displacement
- 633 cc
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR
Coachbuilding, design & conversions
PRICE & SALES RECORD
Vehicle value
- Original price
- Not documented
- Latest recorded sale
- Not documented
01 / THE STORY
History & context
The Fiat 600 Multipla Marinella is a rare and whimsical beach car, characterized by its unique coachwork crafted by Fissore. This distinctive vehicle features semi-circular passenger seating, which offers a sociable and relaxed arrangement, perfect for leisurely cruises along coastal roads. The interior is adorned with boat-style wood embellishments, evoking a nautical theme that complements its beach car persona. Adding to its charm, the Marinella includes a steering wheel-mounted clock and an opening rigid roof, blending functionality with retro style. The design of the Fiat 600 Multipla Marinella is reminiscent of something from a Jetsons cartoon or a 1950s science fiction film, embodying the era’s styling exuberance. Its playful and futuristic aesthetic makes it stand out, capturing the imagination and embodying the spirit of mid-20th-century automotive innovation. Imagine yourself as a tycoon or a film star on holiday in St. Tropez circa 1960. After enjoying a day on your luxurious Riva boat, you need a stylish and exclusive vehicle to transport you to your villa. Much like commissioning a bespoke suit, you would turn to an exclusive carrozzeria, in this case, Fissore, to create a one-of-a-kind vehicle on the most suitable chassis—the Multipla. Thus, the Fiat 600 Multipla Marinella was born, designed for a wealthy and image-conscious clientele seeking something extraordinary. The Marinella’s production in small series ensures its exclusivity and appeal to those who desire a vehicle that stands out not only for its practicality but also for its unique design and charm. This rare beach car exemplifies the creativity and craftsmanship of its era, making it a prized possession for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
- Body & configuration · Legacy attribution
- Spiaggina
- Body & configuration · Recorded
- Wicker Seats
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- 4 cilindri in linea — donor/base Fiat 600 Multipla
- Displacement
- 633 cc
- Specification notes
- DONOR_BASE_PROJECTION — base-model technical fields projected from VIG-FIA-600-MULTIPLA-COMMERCIAL-FAMILY-1956-1957 because make/model/year match exactly. This does not assert that the coachbuilt/special vehicle retained identical tuning or performance.
Individual vehicle
- Documented chassis
- 081810
- Documented chassis count
- 1
Design & manufacture
- Designer · Documented
- Giovanni Michelotti
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Fiat
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Carrozzeria Fissore
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
39° Salone Internazionale dell'Automobile – Torino General · legacy_preserved
- Date
- 1957
- Chassis
- General
Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events. No award inferred.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 21 photographs
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08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.













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